Chicken meat vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Chicken meat and Pepperoni?
- Chicken meat is richer in Vitamin B3, and Vitamin A, while Pepperoni is higher in Manganese, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Selenium, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B2.
- Pepperoni's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 70% higher.
- Chicken meat is lower in Saturated Fat.
We used Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, cooked, roasted and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced types in this comparison.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.8% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.2% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +26.7% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.9% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +37.9% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +25.8% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5270% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +21.3% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +70.2% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +28.7% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +281.5% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +330.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +53% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +333.3% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +141.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.3 g
Fats:
13.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.45 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +41.8% |
Contains more WaterWater | +108.2% |
Contains more FatsFats | +240.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Other
~4.74g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.79 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.97 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
17.708 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -78.6% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +289% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.1% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Rich in minerals | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Lower in price | |||
Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 239kcal | 504kcal | |
Protein | 27.3g | 19.25g | |
Fats | 13.6g | 46.28g | |
Net carbs | 0g | 1.18g | |
Carbs | 0g | 1.18g | |
Cholesterol | 88mg | 97mg | |
Vitamin D | 2IU | 52IU | |
Magnesium | 23mg | 18mg | |
Calcium | 15mg | 19mg | |
Potassium | 223mg | 274mg | |
Iron | 1.26mg | 1.33mg | |
Copper | 0.066mg | 0.091mg | |
Zinc | 1.94mg | 2.44mg | |
Phosphorus | 182mg | 158mg | |
Sodium | 82mg | 1582mg | |
Vitamin A | 161IU | 0IU | |
Vitamin A | 48µg | 0µg | |
Vitamin E | 0.27mg | 1.03mg | |
Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.3µg | |
Manganese | 0.02mg | 1.074mg | |
Selenium | 23.9µg | 29µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.063mg | 0.271mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.168mg | 0.257mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 8.487mg | 4.987mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 1.03mg | 0.93mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.362mg | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 1.3µg | |
Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 5.8µg | |
Folate | 5µg | 5µg | |
Trans Fat | 1.527g | ||
Choline | 65.9mg | 51.2mg | |
Saturated Fat | 3.79g | 17.708g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.34g | 20.77g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 2.97g | 4.458g | |
Tryptophan | 0.305mg | 0.23mg | |
Threonine | 1.128mg | 0.869mg | |
Isoleucine | 1.362mg | 0.901mg | |
Leucine | 1.986mg | 1.575mg | |
Lysine | 2.223mg | 1.652mg | |
Methionine | 0.726mg | 0.511mg | |
Phenylalanine | 1.061mg | 0.778mg | |
Valine | 1.325mg | 0.987mg | |
Histidine | 0.802mg | 0.688mg | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0.004g | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.04g | 0.004g | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g | ||
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 0.02g | |
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g | ||
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | ||
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.04g | ||
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.136g | ||
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index diet |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
76%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken meat contains less Sodium (difference - 1500mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 13.918g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken meat is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.